Israel Vows to Defy Supreme Court Ruling

The Israeli government voted to defy a Supreme Court decision requiring a re-vote on the appointment of the state watchdog, electing Netanyahu's personal lawyer in a flawed process.

The justices unanimously ruled that the initial vote lacked secrecy.

President Isaac Herzog and opposition leaders warned the cabinet's refusal to comply could plunge the nation into a constitutional crisis and 'anarchy.' The move is seen as a major escalation in the government's ongoing efforts to curb the power of the judiciary.